Healing ministry and the North American Cantonese-speaking Chinese churches

Some say that the traditional evangelicals have overemphasized the intellect and their belief has become a static faith. On the other hand, others say that the charismatics have overemphasized experience and their practice has become heretical. Whose claim is true? The answer certainly cannot be a clear cut yes or no. Both claims hold some truth to certain extents. The traditional evangelicals often neglect the dynamic power of the Holy Spirit promised to the Church. But the charismatics are often guilty of being found with a weak understanding of the Scripture.; The aim of this dissertation is to build a workable healing ministry model for the Cantonese speaking Chinese churches in North America. The effort is not spent on building up a biblically sound model alone, but developing a practical healing ministry through pastoral experiences.; The first part of the dissertation discusses the biblical and theological concerns. This is a delineation of what the author believes biblically and theologically. Thus, this part will serve as the content of the teaching part of the proposed model of healing ministry. The main thrust is that healing, and signs and wonders are still valid for today, but must not become the center of focus in ministry.; The second part briefly presents the cultural heritage of the Charismatic Movement in the hearts of the evangelicals. Hong Kong churches went through a painful path of the Second Wave in the 1960's. Therefore one must be extremely cautious when teaching or implementing healing ministries among the Cantonese speaking congregations. A small group prayer team may be the most appropriate and workable model at this time.